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Ford Explorer EV vs BMW i4 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 601 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 49,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or BMW i4?

Ford Explorer EV vs BMW i4: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • barely more trunk space

BMW i4

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Explorer EV

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Ford Explorer EV is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the BMW i4 costs 49,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,171 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.7 kWh/100km for the BMW i4. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i4 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 613 km, about 11 km more than the Ford Explorer EV.

i4

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i4 offers significantly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 261 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i4 delivers moderately more torque with 795 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 116 Nm more.

Explorer EV

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is only slightly lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 74 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers barely more boot space – 472 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries somewhat more – 585 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i4 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £49,400
i4

BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km
Ford Explorer EV
BMW i4

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Explorer EV

The Ford Explorer EV translates the familiar big‑American SUV presence into whisper‑quiet electric motoring, offering roomy seating and a tech‑forward cabin that will please families and road‑trippers alike. It drives with more composure than its boxy looks suggest, blending a comfortable ride and eager acceleration while undercutting the guilt of gas stops — a practical, modern alternative for buyers who want Explorer space with electric charm.

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BMW i4

The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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Ford Explorer EV
BMW i4

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Price
49,400 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,285 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
445 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
BMW
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